USGTF Advisory Board - United States Golf Teachers Federation

The appointed representatives of the USGTF Advisory Board lend their expertise and advice to the home office, which conducts the affairs and business of the USGTF

Brandon Lee

Brandon Lee assumed the duties of president and CEO on February 21, 2020 for USGTF and WGTF. Lee takes over for Geoff Bryant, who founded the organization in 1989 and had been the president and CEO. Lee studied sports science at the University of Tsukuba in Japan. His great ideas, passion and dedication, based on his success as president of USGTF-Korea and his longstanding advisory board member to USGTF and WGTF, have a great impact on the development of USGTF.

David Vaught

David is a longtime USGTF Master Teacher and Examiner. He currently resides in Oceanside, California and is the head golf professional at the San Luis Rey Downs Golf Resort. David has acted in the capacity of USGTF Examiner since 1992. His ideas, suggestions and input over the years have been invaluable to the USGTF.

Ricky Campbell

Ricky has been a Level IV member of the USGTF since 2005 and currently resides in the country of Tobago. He was appointed the official Golf Ambassador by the Trinidad and Tobago Golf Association and the Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs. Many USGTF members may be familiar with Ricky Campbell from his many years as a participant in both the United States and World Golf Teachers Cup events.

Thomas T. Wartelle

Thomas has been the director of the World Golf Teachers Federation since it’s inception in 1992. He holds the distinct honor of having certified more individuals in various countries throughout the world than any other person. Tom has a Bachelor of Science Degree in agronomy and horticulture from the University of Louisiana. As a USGTF Master Golf Teaching Professional, he continues to conduct seminars throughout the world on the golf swing and the golf teaching profession.

Anthony Benny

Anthony has been a USGTF Level III member since 2003. He currently resides in the country of Trinidad where he is the head professional at Saint Andrews Golf Club. He also holds the position of head golf coach at the Petrotrin Pointe-a-Pierre Golf Club. Anthony has been instrumental in creating the Trinidad & Tobago Golf Teachers Federation as well as in the development of golf in both countries.

Gary Cooney

Gary is the President of the Australian Golf Teachers Federation and currently resides in Mitcham, Victoria, Australia. As an attorney, Gary acts as the official WGTF legal advisor in that part of the world. His legal advice has been invaluable to the growth of both organizations over the years.

Leo Perlmutter

Leo has been affiliated with the USGTF since it’s inception in 1989. He has a degree in business management and has shared his thoughts and ideas on the growth of the USGTF and WGTF continually over the years. He is currently employed by the New York City Parks & Recreation Department where he actively teaches over 400 students every summer.

Charles Simon

Charles has been a USGTF Level III member since 1995. He resides in Heidenheim, Germany. Charles acts as the official WGTF European representative and liaison between all European WGTF member nations. As a successful business man, his keen observations and suggestions over the years has been invaluable to the growth of the USGTF.

Dr. Greg Steinberg Ph.D.

Greg Steinberg is a long time USGTF Level IV member and the official USGTF Sports’ Psychologist. He is a world-class speaker and renowned expert on peak performance in sports and business. Gregg has appeared on CNN Headline News, Fox News Live, ESPN radio and hundreds of sports radio shows throughout the country. He currently resides in Nashville, Tennessee.

Mike Stevens

Mike Stevens has been a USGTF Level III member since 1995. He currently resides in Tampa, Florida where he has established his own golf teaching operation at MacDill Air Force Base. Playing-wise, Mike is a regular participant at USGTF and WGTF tournaments. He is the 2004 United States Golf Teachers Senior National Champion. He is also one of the finest hickory shaft players in the nation and is the 2005 & current national champion. He has a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Masters Degree in Human Resource Management. Mike is also an accomplished golf writer and a regular contributor to Golf Teaching Pro magazine.

Anthony Netto

Anthony is originally from South Africa and has been a USGTF member since 1999. His promising golf career was cut short by a car accident in which he suffered paralysis from the waist down. As a former student of engineering, and not to be one to give up on life, Anthony gathered together several of his peers and created a specialized wheelchair which enables paralyzed people to actually stand in order to hit a golf ball. He then created the Standup-and-Play program and tours the country instructing golf to paralyzed individuals.

Mark Harman

Mark has served as the USGTF’s National Course Director since 1993. After receiving his B.A. in Computer/Information Systems from Franklin College in Indiana, Mark went to work for Chase/Clark Credit Company, but soon turned to golf. A five-time champion of the United States Golf Teachers Cup and two-time individual champion of the World Golf Teachers Cup, Mark has won 13 professional events overall. In 2004 he was named to the USGTF’s Hall of Fame, and in 2006 was named one of the WGTF’s Top 60 Teachers worldwide.

He currently resides in Ridgeland, South Carolina, and is married to Coyne LaMoreaux. They have two sons, Chris and Michael.

Bob Wyatt, Jr.

Bob has been with the United States Golf Teachers Federation since it’s inception in 1989. He has been teaching golf for over 40 years and has always been an integral part of our organization. Bob’s greatest asset is his likeability and positive disposition and this comes across in his capacity as National Coordinator conducting USGTF certification courses throughout the country.